2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1966 Honda S600
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Honda S600 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 753 kg more than 1966 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1966 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F430 | S600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 35 L |
